Cynthia Lai
Governance leader and board advisor with over 20 years' experience in banking and transformation across Asia-Pacific; now a board advisor, executive coach, and co-founder of a deep-tech company working on optics and AI-related applications.
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Feb 18, 2026 • 24min
534: Why Perfectionism Makes You a Bad Leader and Cancels Out Your Executive Presence (Even If Your Work Is Great)
Cynthia Lai, a governance leader and board advisor with 20+ years in banking and transformation, reflects on perfectionism and presence in leadership. She recounts a resignation that forced change. She discusses leading without technical expertise, learning presence from a Japanese tea ceremony, balancing standards with people, and practical tips for introverts to speak up.
